Free BTEC Level 3 Business Course in Salisbury. Classes run at Sarum Academy, full-time during the day over two years. This Pearson Edexcel level 3 btec business qualification combines applied learning with business theory, covering how organisations operate across areas like finance, marketing, and management. It's designed to sit alongside other qualifications as part of a broader programme of study. You'll need five GCSEs at grade 4 or above to apply.
Who this course is for
The Certificate offers an
introduction to a vocational sector
through applied learning.
For learners for whom an
element of business would be
complementary, the qualification
supports progression to higher
education when taken as part of a
programme of study that includes
other vocational or general
qualifications.
Entry requirements
5 GCSEs grade 4 and above
What you will learn
You'll explore how businesses are structured and how they make decisions.
You'll study marketing principles and how organisations reach their customers.
You'll examine financial concepts including budgeting and business performance.
You'll analyse how human resources and people management work in practice.
You'll develop skills in researching and presenting business information.
You'll apply your learning to real business scenarios through assignments.
How you will learn
BTEC qualifications are assessed mainly through coursework and assignments rather than exams. You'll complete units through classroom-based learning at Sarum Academy, applying business concepts to practical tasks and case studies. Assessment is ongoing throughout the two years, with work marked against set criteria. Some units may include a supervised assessment component set by Pearson Edexcel.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Sarum Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Business administrator, supporting day-to-day operations in an office
Marketing assistant, helping plan and deliver campaigns
Sales executive, building client relationships and hitting targets
Customer service team leader, managing a front-line team
Accounts assistant, handling invoices and financial records
HR administrator, supporting recruitment and staff processes
Retail manager, overseeing a store or department
What you could study next
BTEC National Extended Diploma in Business (Level 3): a larger qualification that opens more university pathways in business-related subjects.
Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Business (Level 4): a higher education route into management or specialist business roles.
Degree-level study: many universities accept the BTEC National Certificate as part of a wider programme for entry to business, finance, or management degrees.
